Refrigerating perishable foods affects biochemical reactions by

decreasing the rate of reactions affecting spoilage

removing bacteria

increasing concentrations of antioxidants

catalyzing the removal of harmful chemicals from the foods

The answer to your question is the first choice

Explanation:

Perishable food is food with a limited shelf life if it is not refrigerated. Also, it is considered a perishable food the one that goes bad quickly when it leaves the fridge.

Example of perishable food:

Vegetables, Fruits, Meat, Fish, Milk, Yogurt, etc.